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Advantage Sweden

Cleantech

Life Sciences

ICT

Materials Science

Services Industry

Swedish Economy

Invest Sweden

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Reasons for Sweden

International companies are attracted to Sweden for numerous reasons. The country is a global leader of innovation with a highly skilled labor force, sophisticated consumers, smooth business procedures, openness to international ownership and a stable economy. The practice of tailoring the nation’s numerous strengths secures the deci-sion for international companies to expand their businesses in Sweden. It is so simple, so secure.

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Sweden thrives on its competitive advantage thanks to a national capability to work together providing a dynamic environment where the government, industry and academia collabo-rate closely. Linking these three spheres forms the triple helix model that is grounded in a widespread distribution of R&D facilities across the nation. This ability to cooperate provides many new opportunities which combine and cross disci-plines. Technologies, competence and inno-vation often overlap and join forces to result in products and applications taken from several business areas and academic institutions. Sweden has an easy and open business cli-mate backed by government policies in favor of enterprise and industrial disputes are rare. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership. International investment is facilitated by easy business procedures, transparency and effi-ciency. Sweden is one of the least corrupt societies across the globe.

Strong bonds of collaboration

Research and development is a strong priority. Sweden’s substantial R&D expenditure places it 3rd in the world in terms of R&D spending as related to GDP. Sweden is home to a number of internationally recognized research facilities and universities distributed across the country. Its most notable is Karolinska Institutet. The Nobel Assembly at Karolinska has selected the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine since 1901.

Solid commitment to R&D

Sweden consistently ranks as one of the most competitive, productive and globalized countries in the world. Its business community continues to demonstrate the valuable ability to take on new ideas and innovation, adapt to changing business conditions and thrive in an international setting. Sweden is the birthplace of Alfred Nobel, one of history’s most successful industrialists and entre-preneurs, and the curator of the Nobel Prize. The long list of world renowned companies and brands of Swedish origin such as IKEA, H&M, Ericsson and Volvo is a testimony to Sweden’s industrial tradition, know-how and innovativeness. The inspiration to innovate continues to advance new products and procedures in Sweden. Among the most iconic examples of Swedish innovation are the pacemaker, the interlocking zipper and the three-point seatbelt. Sweden has also given the world Bluetooth, dental implants and the computer mouse and is the birthplace of the smartphone.

Long tradition of innovation

Empowered workforce

High productivity in Sweden is commonly attributed to a creative work atmosphere, the application of new technology and a high quality of life with time for personal develop-ment and family. Corporate structures are decentralized, encourage an empowered workforce and conduct business in an open, straight-forward management style. Gender equality is prominent and the labor force at large pursues lifelong learning.

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Political system Constitutional monarchy, with parliamentary government

Head of State King Carl XVI Gustaf

Time zone GMT +1

Area 450,000 sq. km., the third largest country in Western Europe after France and Spain

Population 9.5 million (85% live in urban areas)

Largest cities Stockholm (2,019,200) Gothenburg (918,000) Malmö (647,300)

Sweden embraces newness

The pioneering spirit and openness of the business climate match the openness of the Swedish landscape and the value Swedes place on it. The country’s consumers have a high disposable income and are eager to sam-ple and adopt new technologies and products. Sweden has the greatest number of computers per capita and is ranked as the most networked economy in the world. Swedes are also recog-nized as trendsetters, widely travelled and demanding consumers.

A hub for business

Sweden commands a central position in nor-thern Europe and is the largest market in the Nordic region made up of nearly 25 million people. The Nordic countries constitute the 12th largest economy in the world. Sweden is an optimal geographical location as a central hub and for regional headquarters which ex-plains why most of the world’s largest multina-tional companies operating in the Nordics have established their regional headquarters here. Sweden has the largest population of the region and a diverse representation of native speakers from the entire region. English is widely spoken at near fluent levels and the Swedish population competes only with the Netherlands for the top spot in Europe for English proficiency.

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Currency 1 krona = 100 öre

GDP growth (average annual change 2006-2011) 2.0%

GDP/capita 40,267 US$

European Union Member of EU

Key facts on Sweden

Sweden’s economy is one of the best perform-ing in Europe. It has remained resilient to the financial and economic volatility affecting large parts of the continent. The country’s public finances are solid with a balanced budget showing a surplus and low interest rates. In fact, Sweden is one of the few countries in the world to show stable GDP growth while suc-ceeding at reducing carbon emissions. This land of the north has abundant open spaces, protected and valued wilderness and natural beauty. This long-term union with nature underscores the Swedish commitment to sustainable practices and green technology.

Stable economy. And green.

Sweden

StockholmKarlstad

Gävle

Uppsala

Västerås

ÖrebroEskilstuna

Norrköping

Umeå

Skellefteå

Luleå

Göteborg Jönköping

LinköpingBorås

Växjö

Kalmar

LundKristianstad

Karlskrona

Malmö

Helsingborg

Halmstad

Kiruna

Sundsvall

Östersund

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A leader in biogas and biofuelsSeveral hundred biogas plants processing biodegrada-ble waste from sewage plants and municipal waste provide heat and fuel in Sweden. This includes a widespread use of biogas in transportation. Sweden’s large forest resources, good processing capabilities and expertise in the field contribute to and promote the extensive development of biofuel technologies.

The world’s largest biogas plant based on gasification of wood waste, GoBiGas (Gothenburg Biomass Gasification), is under development in the city of Gothenburg.

Rapid wind power expansionSweden’s sparse population, long coastline and favorable wind conditions offer some of Europe’s best potential for wind farming. The sector offers turbine manufacturers and suppliers both market and technology potential and presence in a cluster with ABB and SKF.

Smart grids, green buildingsSweden’s Nordic climate demands high heating capacity for residential and commercial structures. Combined with the requirement to reach an ambitious goal of reducing fossil fuel consumption, this business segment has seen great progress in products and skilled knowledge. Today, 90 percent of all new single family homes install heat pumps.

Sweden is also a frontrunner in using district heating and energy-efficient structures. Consequently, fossil fuels have nearly been phased out of new Swedish buildings.

Pioneering green solutions

Cleantech

Sweden’s many cleantech firms have

earned worldwide recognition for their bold

approaches to environmental issues. Initi-

atives within biofuels, wind power and green

buildings attract both local and international

venture capitalists. Sweden is ideally suited

to develop, test and launch innovative

programs because Swedish legislators aim

to empower cleantech innovation and

because Swedish consumers are demand-

ing yet eager to adopt new technology,

especially when it is based on sustainable

resources and solutions.

In Sweden, society embraces green technologies. Gov-ernment regulations and incentives help transform clean technologies from concept to implemented practice. This collective effort throughout the society has led to renewable energy sourcing 47 percent of Sweden’s current energy consumption. That places Sweden first in Europe, well ahead of the EU average of 8.5 percent and well in reach of the 2020 target of 50 percent.

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At Stockholm Royal Seaport, Stockholm’s newest urban district and one of Europe’s largest urban development projects, the development takes a step further. Its smart grid system uses new technical solutions to allow the district and its residents to optimize energy consumption. Sweden has an extensive partnership with InnoEnergy involving Sweden’s Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) Upp-sala University, ABB and Vattenfall to develop smart grids.

A battery of energyThe future of the electric-powered vehicle is directly linked to the continued development of storage capacity in the electric battery and vehicle drive train technology. Sweden’s long automotive history and strong position in today’s commercial vehicle industry (e.g. Volvo, Scania) present attractive opportunities for battery and electric motor development. This is in line with a “well-to-wheel” vision of 100 percent clean energy solutions.

Also, the drive to reduce fossil fuel consumption for commercial and other traditional transport vehicles is well positioned to develop alongside existing and future smart grid solutions which take into account transport in addition to energy needs.

Collective effort has led to renewable energy sourcing of 47 percent of Sweden’s current energy consump-tion. That places Sweden first in Europe, well ahead of the EU average.

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Life Sciences

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A future alive with opportunities

the quality of the outcome of a lengthy clinical trial. Studies of how genetic and environment factors affect health proba-bly have better accuracy in Sweden thanks to an extensive network of national health registers and databanks.

Clinical research is furthermore supported by The Medi-cal Products Agency (MPA), Sweden’s regulatory authority, which encourages all inquiries connected to the development of medical products. It is one of the EU’s most frequently con-sulted authorities and a key facilitator for new drugs to reach needy patients.

The stem cell regulatory framework is one of the most research-friendly around the globe. All of the world’s best-selling drugs, both traditional chemical substances and bio-pharmaceutical drugs, have been tested on Swedish patients.

Medicine on the moveAn aging population, a need for increased efficiency in the healthcare sector and an increased urge to stay mobile are among the key drivers for the development of eHealth and mHealth in Sweden. This is the convergence point where innovative electronic and mobile medtech solutions supple-ment traditional healthcare.

Sweden is an optimal setting for development of applica-tions in these areas. There is a great diversity in research spread among the ICT, telecom, materials science and life science sectors which will directly contribute to next generation solutions and cutting-edge mHealth and eHealth.

With world-class companies, internationally acclaimed science and a proven commitment to

the innovations of tomorrow, Sweden sets the optimal scene for life sciences. Home to some

of Europe’s most distinguished biotech clusters and a comprehensive public registry, Sweden

has one of Europe’s strongest drug development pipelines. Together with its forefront position

in ICT, Sweden has emerged as a leader in the field of m-health and e-health applications.

Sweden’s strong position is built on world-class R&D and drug discovery. Per capita spending on life science research is the highest in Europe, which leads to a steady stream of innovative projects.

Leading Europe into the futureSweden has six medical universities, each with its own distinctive profile and particular expertise ranging from cancer and diabetes research to medical devices and stem cell therapies.

Located next to Karolinska Institutet, the New Karolinska Solna University Hospital, set for completion in 2016, is one of the largest and most innovative healthcare projects world-wide. The new hospital will create a hub for national univer-sity medical education and will secure the Stockholm-Upp-sala region as a leading biomedical center. Other centers of regional excellence include the BIOMATCELL Center of bio-materials and SuMo Biomaterials in Gothenburg. The Anti-diabetic Food Center at Lund University and the Umeå Center for Microbial Research in northern Sweden also achieve international prominence in their fields.

The European Spallation Source (ESS), currently under construction in Lund, will become a major European materials research facility, and will attract top scientists, experts and enterprises from around the globe.

Exceptional environmentThe reliability of data and trial participants directly affects

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Sweden is not only a dynamic environment in developing and establishing information and communication tech-nologies but a world leader in converting technology into commercially viable products and applications.

Decades of experience within the areas of telecoms, wireless, electronics, computer game development and web applications/design make Sweden an ideal place for ICT related R&D. Apple, Google, Electronic Arts, RIM, Huawei, Sony, Intel, ARM, Motorola, Opera, IBM, Erics-son and Windriver as well as many others are in Sweden to develop their technology.

Many other companies are following in their footsteps as Sweden offers multiple investment opportunities in wireless technologies, mobile applications, industrial IT, positioning and GIS, big data, imaging and mHealth.

First in your phone Sweden is the birthplace of the features we associate

with the modern smartphone. The first cellular phone with a touch screen and installed with a mobile web browser, mobile email, an mp3 player, HD video record-ing and a megapixel camera was developed in Sweden.

Development and commercializationClusters for ICT development are found throughout the country. Highly skilled engineers, the presence of the world’s leading technology companies, demanding cor-porate clients and strong technology adoption position Sweden favorably with regard to development work and early commercialization of new products and services.

The Nordic region, led by Sweden, has one of the world’s most interesting environments for tech investments. Indus-trial investors like Google, Apple, RIM, Intel, and prominent venture capital firms are active in early tech companies. The Nordics have an impressive track record of successful exits and a constant flow of new deals.

Sweden consistently places at the top of performance indexes and rankings that feature

innovation. As of 2012, Sweden has been number one for three years in a row on the Networked

Readiness Index (NRI) published by the World Economic Forum. The report measures the

extent to which of 142 economies take advantage of ICT and other new technologies to

increase their growth and well-being.

Global innovation central

ICT

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Disruptive innovationSwedish innovation continues to break new ground and supply products and services that effectively disrupt exist-ing markets. Swedish companies, especially a growing number of newcomers, challenge entrenched norms in industries and markets including music, film, credit card payments and gift cards.

Solid performanceSweden retains its top ranking among comparable inno-vation-driven countries listed on the Connectivity Scorecard 2011 index citing, “Sweden is a consistently strong performer in all areas with few weaknesses.” Nearly all Swedes are connected to most of the diverse applications and products provided by telecommunication providers.

The economy and business climate of Sweden has performed considerably better than most of its European counterparts. A significant amount of economic growth

and productivity growth is driven by information and com-munications technology (ICT).

Green data center locationAs the European leader in climate-friendly energy and sustainable technologies, Sweden is an excellent choice for large-scale data center operations. Facebook is soon to open Europe’s largest data center in Luleå, located in the north of Sweden. The region offers an attractive combina-tion of low electricity prices, resilient energy infrastructure, secure locations, developable land and a skilled workforce.

Additionally, the cool climate provides the possibility to use free cooling at least 8-10 months of the year. These factors contribute significantly to reduce data center energy consumption and keep it green.

Global innovation central

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Engineering a sustainable future

Sweden’s vitality in materials science builds on its diversified industrial base with globally-leading companies in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, white-goods, biomedical, tooling and packaging. The ability to create advanced appli-cations based on cutting-edge materials know-how has been key to the competitiveness of Sweden’s industry and the success of companies such as Saab, Electrolux, Sandvik, Atlas Copco, SKF, Tetra Pak and SCA.

Green chemistryClimate change and rising oil prices continue to be motiva-tional drivers to develop modern materials that come from natural and renewable resources. Sweden is alive with a spirit to find new applications for cellulose-based fibers.

Less than a decade ago, a wood-based biorefinery would have been considered futuristic. Today, a number of R&D facilities are actively exploring the potential of biorefinery and have generated an assortment of advanced products, processes and technologies employing renewa-ble raw materials or to use by-products from the forestry and food industries. Carbon fiber today can already be

Materials found in everyday products already

belong to the smart generation but there

are always demands for newer materials.

Materials science will continue to forge the

functional, recyclable, energy-efficient

materials of tomorrow. Sweden provides a

dynamic environment to develop and test a

wide range of new materials in an array of

areas which include electronic and fiber-based

materials and metals. Easy access to raw

materials, groundbreaking research, industry

focused collaboration and innovative inspi-

ration characterize the Swedish setting.

Materials Science

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Engineering a sustainable future

produced from fiber pulp; tomorrow it could be from potato peels.

Enduring geo potentialSweden has a long history of metals and mining. Organized mining was initiated in the 9th century and Sweden saw the birth of the first public company in the world, during 13th century, when STORA Kopparberg was formed. Since then, the sector has been a backbone of the Swedish industry and is at present a vibrant and expanding industry. The mineral-rich Fennoscandian shield extends through Sweden and provides an important resource for further exploration. Mining legislation is transparent and developed to encourage explo-ration in a sustainable manner. Through the years, Sweden has built up an extensive geological database and has the world’s largest drill core sampling available for research. In the EU, Sweden is the largest producer of iron ore, the second largest producer of silver, gold, lead and zinc and the third largest producer of copper. Sweden plays a leading role in metallurgical R&D as well as the development of advanced and ecological underground mining.

Research facilities for future materialExtensive materials research capabilities are represented by both Sweden’s universities and technical institutes along with many dedicated industry research facilities which are distributed across the country. The European Spallation Source (ESS) that will be opened in Lund in 2019 will be Europe’s scientific frontline for future materials in areas such as energy, telecommunications, manufacturing, transportation, ICT and health. Together with the existing Max IV Lab research facility, the region will become a Euro-pean research hub greatly weighted in materials science. The research and business climates in Sweden foster industry collaboration and technology transfer. Foreign companies have easy access to R&D and test environments including consumer research and end-user testing. This focus ena-bles new technologies and new applications to rapidly gain a market foothold.

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Tourism & HospitalityTourism is Sweden’s fastest growing industry. Revenues are significant and expected to double in the next decade. Nature tourism draws visitors who enjoy the unspoiled wilderness and great outdoors. They also come for the rich cultural herit-age and cosmopolitan cities gleaming with design, shopping and world-class culinary experiences. Sweden offers an active vacation at a safe and eco-friendly destination. As a result, Sweden is ranked 5th of the world’s countries with best potential for tourism, according to the World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report 2011.

The increase in visitor volumes means a greater need for development of accommodations along with tourism related products and services to meet with growing demand. There are abundant opportunities for international property investors, developers and operators as well as activity com-panies, travel operators and other tourism entrepreneurs. Growth potential exists both in city-related tourism and Sweden’s ski resorts, outdoors and seaside offerings. There is a shortage of accommodation in locations and across segments, from holiday cabins and budget hotels to resorts with wellness facilities.

RetailThe Swedish retail market has seen consistent growth over the past fifteen years, even during the recent world and European recessions. Retail sales per capita are well above EU average and for the coming years average retail sales in Sweden are forecasted to outperform most other strong European economies. Retail sales have been particularly strong in outlying shopping centers where new store concepts are being enthusiastically received. Many new shopping centers are in the planning stage.

Swedish consumers are trend-sensitive and demanding buyers who value new international retail brands. They appreciate function and quality as much as design and brands when buying. Private consumption levels are well above EU average. Thanks to Sweden’s strong economic growth performance and future potential, Swedes enjoy a higher disposable income than most EU countries.

Flagship retailers H&M and IKEA of Swedish origin promote a climate for world-class retail management while their central location in Northern Europe also provides an excellent logistics and warehousing base.

Services Industry

Services account for 70 percent of the GDP

and employment in most EU member states.

In Sweden, services account for 80 percent of

employment, mostly in knowledge intensive

sectors. Sweden has established its strength

and resiliency when faced with European and

world economic setbacks. With an EU direc-

tive aiming at establishing a single market for

services, Sweden offers to be the ideal gate-

way into the Nordics and Europe.

Trend sensitive with strong purchasing power

Wilderness wild to urban chic

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Business processes outsourcingThe Swedish business processes outsourcing (BPO) market has seen several years of healthy growth. The market for BPO in Sweden is in its infancy, but acceptance of the con-cept is growing rapidly. Finance, accounting and human re-sources are the most interesting BPO segments in Sweden. With International competition increasing, many companies are re-examining their business processes, thus offering an opportunity for BPO companies to start operations in Sweden for the Nordics. The size of the markets also works to the advantage of companies that would like to act and react to new technologies and innovations.

Sweden has a diverse representation of native language speakers from the Nordic region. In addition to excellence in language skills, international businesses are drawn to Swe-den for the low employee turnover, high computer literacy, technically advanced IT infrastructure and competitive operating costs.

Sweden is the largest market in the region and is seen as a very developed, high-end market for BPO centers covering Scandinavia. Some 75 percent of business process outsourcing providers use Nordic languages in their daily business.

Logistics & TransportationSweden is the largest market and the ideal location for centralized operations in the Northern European region. Sweden’s highly ranked logistics market provides attrac-tive business opportunities. These include competitive transport systems, the ability to streamline supply chain processes through innovative software solutions and strong growth potential in e-commerce.

Fully integrated information flow solutions provide out-standing capacity to assure fast, frequent and timely logistics. Sweden’s “fast-track” customs system using the AEO certifi-cate allows for cost-efficient and rapid customs handling.

Sweden offers a dynamic environment to efficiently develop cutting-edge solutions in sustainable transport systems and high capacity transport across all modes of transport. Presently, Sweden is the home of major test sites for Green Corridors and Intelligent Transport Systems as well as similar innovative solutions.

Services adding value to business

Expeditious service

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Taxes on inheritance, capital transfer and personal wealth have been abolished. Income taxes have been lowered, which has helped boost consumer spending. These mea-sures have been made possible thanks to Sweden’s solid public finances and healthy growth. Investor confidence in the Swedish economy remains strong and is reflected in low interest rates for government bonds.

EU member with financial autonomy Sweden’s convincing performance originates from the successful implementation of a number of important insti-tutional reforms. Government spending is kept in check by parliamentary control. Sweden’s central bank, the Riksbank, independently manages Sweden’s monetary policy, a great strength during unstable and uncertain financial times in the Eurozone. The pension system is sustainable owing to broad political agreement. And as Sweden’s trade and investment is largely directed towards Europe, the impor-tance of Sweden’s membership in the European Union cannot be underestimated.

Market driven economyWhat may be more surprising to learn is that Sweden is on the forefront in reforming public management. Deregulation and privatization have renewed public utilities such as energy, water and waste management, telecom, transpor-

A platform for competitive business

Sweden leads Europe and the world in

providing world-class institutions, pro-

business policies and an overall positive

attitude for competitive business. Sweden’s

long history of industrial success together

with its openness to trading and investment

has fostered a capacity for innovation and

change. And while many countries are facing

mounting public financial crisis with forced

cuts in government spending, Sweden

continues to build on its competitiveness

hardware in terms of infrastructure, educa-

tion and R&D.

Swedish Economy

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Composed Competitiveness Index2012, country rank

Overall ranking Country

Global Com-petitiveness

Index

World Com-petitiveness

Scoreboard1)Inward FDI

Potential Index

Ease of Doing Business

Index

Global Innovation

Index

Knowledge Economy

Index

Corruption Perceptions

Index1)

Human Development

Index

1. Sweden 3 4 13 14 2 1 4 10

2. US 5 1 1 4 7 12 24 15

3. Hong Kong 11 1 4 2 4 18 12 4

4. Singapore 2 3 3 1 3 23 5 13

5. Denmark 8 12 22 5 6 3 2 16

6. Norway 16 13 9 6 18 5 6 1

7. Canada 12 7 14 13 8 7 10 6

8. Finland 4 15 17 11 5 2 2 22

9. Switzerland 1 5 16 26 1 10 8 11

10. Germany 6 10 6 19 12 8 14 9

A country’s ability to attract investment relies on its environment for business, people and innovations. Above are listed the top ten countries in a composed competitiveness index, based on countries’ average ranking in eight authoritative and publicly available country performance indices.

1) The index may give the same ranking to two or more countries.

Sources: World Economic Forum, IMD, UNCTAD, World Bank, INSEAD, Transparency International, United Nations: Invest Sweden Compilation (2012)

tation, healthcare and education. Sweden’s remaining publicly-held companies operate under ordinary business conditions.

Certainly, Sweden’s positive performance is also attrib-utable to other Sweden-specific conditions. The wealth of natural resources particularly connected to clean energy, mining and forestry lays a solid foundation for industry and exports. Swedish engineering and high-tech skills, clearly reflected in products and applications, are in strong demand in the rapidly expanding, emerging economies.

Competitive leaderAs shown above in Invest Sweden’s Composed Competi-tiveness Index, Sweden’s competitiveness rests on hard-core business environment indicators as well as more subtle indicators of competitiveness such as reliability, trust and quality of life. Sweden’s improved position in some of the individual indexes in recent years reflects the positive impact of the country’s institutional reforms and favorable macroeconomic situation.

One of the best-performing economies in Europe

Sweden’s economy remains resilient to the finan-cial and economic volatility affecting large parts of Europe.

Sweden’s public finances are solid. The budget is balanced and showing a surplus over the eco-nomic cycle. Government debt is low and shrinking steadily. The interest rate on government bonds is correspondingly low.

The strong confidence in Sweden’s economy shown by international investors rests on the country’s pro-market policies, a healthy banking system, a vibrant business community and a number of structural reforms that include limits for government spending and the creation of a sustainable pension system.

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Whether interested in accessing leading technologies and innovations or a fruitful market, Invest Sweden – the investment promotion organization of Sweden – helps international companies find and connect with business opportunities in Sweden, free of charge.

We offer professional investment services that are tailored according to your needs. These services cover every stage of setting up a business or investing in Sweden, from initial strategic advice, fact finding, business opportu-nity matchmaking and information on how to run a busi-ness in Sweden as well as business networking.

Our strength lies in our experienced business profession-als who are experts in leading industry areas. Since 1996, our team has supported international companies investing in Sweden. We work in teams of senior level industry experts in Sweden and abroad, as well as regional specialists.

Our services for investors include:• Strategicinvestmentadvicethroughouttheinvestment process• Businessinformationandfacts–demographics,business climate, industry specific data, business costs, etc.• Introductiontobusinessandinvestmentopportunities• MeetingandvisitarrangementsinSweden• Informationabouthowtostartandrunabusinessin Sweden • Networkaccess–introductionstopublicandprivate organizations

Services for international companies www.investsweden.se

Invest Sweden

Business opportunities and investment advice

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Services for international companies www.investsweden.se

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Contact information

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